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Natural pearl, enamel and diamond devant de corsage, Lalique, circa 1900
Estimate
105,000 - 135,000 CHF
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Description
- Lalique
- natural pearl, diamond, gold, enamel, glass
Of spray design, the lanceolated leaves decorated with iridescent enamel, set with glass berry clusters and circular-, single-cut and rose diamonds, suspending a baroque-shaped natural pearl, signed Lalique, French assay and maker's marks.
Literature
Cf: Sigrid Barten, René Lalique, 1890-1910, Bonn, 1989, pgs. 378 and 412-413 for illustrations of similar designs by René Lalique.
Condition
Accompanied by SSEF report no. 72357, stating that the pearl, measuring approximately 6.20 - 8.85 x 14.80 mm, was found to be natural, freshwater.
Dated circa 1900; accompanied by a photocopy of the purchase receipt dated June 1911.
Signed Lalique twice, maker's marks for René Lalique. Partial French assay marks for 18 carat gold on pin fittings. Pearl of white body colour with rosé and green overtones, for further information please refer to the report; good lustre, some pitting and growth marks. Glass in good condition, minor chips, one bead cracked. Enamel in overall good condition, with two small areas of loss. Diamonds bright and lively. Signs of normal wear to the metal, scratches consistent with use. In good condition. Gross weight approximately 83 grams.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Please note that colour, clarity and weight of gemstones are statements of opinion only and not statements of fact by Sotheby's. We do not guarantee, and are not responsible for any certificate from a gemological laboratory that may accompany the property. We do not guarantee that watches are in working order. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue, in particular to the Notice regarding the treatment and condition of gemstones and to the Notice regarding import of Burmese jadeite and rubies into the US.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."